Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Ba Lion Family's Imperial Clan members use their support lifeforms to battle against the Weeping Tower Family and their allies.
• Ba Tuo merges with his support lifeform, Kaeo, transforming into a gigantic steel beast.
• Ba Lin offers Wu Sheng the location of three Ultimate Soul Crystals if he helps them escape the Weeping Tower Family's pursuit.

Character Developments

• Ba Tuo demonstrates his power and resilience by battling the Snail Flower.
• Ba Lin, desperate to escape, offers Wu Sheng a significant reward and takes an oath.
• Wu Sheng decides to help Ba Lin, indicating he's willing to take risks for substantial gains.

Significant Themes

• The power and value of support lifeforms, which can be used for attack, defense, and fusion with their masters.
• The importance of souls and soul techniques in battle, particularly against powerful opponents.
• The desperation and willingness to take risks when faced with dire circumstances.

Character Interactions

• Ba Lin and Wu Sheng form a temporary alliance, with Ba Lin offering Wu Sheng a significant reward in exchange for his help.
• The Ba Lion Family's Imperial Clan members work together to fight against their enemies, highlighting their teamwork and desperation.
• The Weeping Tower Family and their allies stall for time, waiting for the Ba Lion Family to end their fusion states before attacking.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng, now at the Cosmic Level, gains another "Soul Control" slot.
• He learns that his Innate Secret Art, "Soul Control," can share law comprehension with controlled beings and can be revoked without harming the target's soul.
• Wu Sheng attempts to control Skyfish, a Special Lifeform, using his "Soul Control" secret art.
• Skyfish resists using a Soul Defense Art, but Wu Sheng's "Evil-Breaking" ability allows his "Soul Control" to bypass Skyfish's defenses.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his understanding and application of his "Soul Control" secret art, showing growth in his abilities.
• Skyfish, initially confident and mocking, becomes submissive and respectful after being controlled by Wu Sheng.

Significant Themes

• The power of Innate Secret Arts and their potential to surpass regular secret arts of the same tier.
• The difficulty and risks of using Soul Slavery secret arts, and the strategic importance of using them wisely.
• The concept of "Evil-Breaking," a unique ability that allows Wu Sheng to bypass defenses and control powerful beings.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Skyfish: Wu Sheng attempts to control Skyfish, leading to a battle of wills. Skyfish initially resists but ultimately succumbs to Wu Sheng's power.
• Wu Sheng's "Soul Control" imprints: Wu Sheng's primary imprint and Skyfish's secondary imprint form a connection, allowing them to share law comprehension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng soul enslaves the Special Lifeform Skyfish, shocking everyone present.
• Ba Lin and Wu Sheng decide to cooperate further, planning to use Skyfish's Sky Realm to trap the Weeping Tower Family.
• Ba Lin suggests using soul beasts to attack the trapped Weeping Tower Family, but Ba Lin decides against it, wanting to report the secret to their clan's powerful figures instead.
• Wu Sheng, Ba Lin, and Ba Ke plan to split up and explore different areas of the ruins, aiming to confuse the Weeping Tower Family and avoid further conflict.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng gains a significant advantage with Skyfish's soul enslavement, but he remains cautious and strategic, not wanting to get involved in the grudges between the two Universe Lord families.
• Ba Lin shows tactical thinking, deciding to report the secret to their clan's powerful figures rather than risk further conflict with the Weeping Tower Family.
• Ba Ke demonstrates ruthlessness, suggesting the use of soul beasts to attack the trapped Weeping Tower Family.
• Ta Te, the leader of the Weeping Tower Family, shows determination and willingness to sacrifice himself for his family's plan, ordering some of his people to request reinforcements.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and the struggle for control between different factions.
• The consequences of underestimating one's opponents and the importance of adaptability.
• The strategic use of resources and alliances in achieving goals.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Ba Lin cooperate, with Ba Lin suggesting they split up to confuse the Weeping Tower Family.
• Ba Lin and Ba Ke discuss their plans, with Ba Ke showing ruthlessness and Ba Lin demonstrating tactical thinking.
• Ta Te interacts with his subordinates, ordering some of them to request reinforcements and showing determination to sacrifice himself for his family's plan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The chapter takes place in the Light-Dark Abyss, specifically in the final Dark Domain on the 10,081st level.
• Over a thousand Cosmic Level experts from three Universe Master families (Ba Lion, Weeping Tower, and Gaze Demon) are stationed in the area, awaiting orders.
• A powerful being, later revealed to be Prince Wither and Flourish, is engaged in a battle with unknown entities.
• The Cosmic Level experts are ordered to tighten their encirclement, suggesting a hunt or capture operation.

Character Developments

• Prince Wither and Flourish: Revealed to be a powerful entity with a Snow Vine true body, he is a personal disciple of a Universe Venerable and has a high chance of becoming an Immortal or Venerable.
• Cosmic Level Experts: They are shown to be disciplined and respectful, following orders without question. They express their weariness and frustration at their prolonged stay in the Soul Oath Land.

Significant Themes

• Power Dynamics: The hierarchy and power dynamics within the Universe Master families are evident, with Prince Wither and Flourish holding a high status due to his potential and backing.
• Loyalty and Discipline: The Cosmic Level experts display unwavering loyalty and discipline, following orders without question, even in the face of hardship.

Character Interactions

• Cosmic Level Experts: They interact with each other, expressing their thoughts and concerns about their situation. They also discuss Prince Wither and Flourish's background and potential.
• Prince Wither and Flourish: He is not present in this chapter but is mentioned and discussed by the Cosmic Level experts. His actions and orders are relayed through their conversation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Yang You, a Soul Beast, uses its Light Attribute to attack an Awakening Light Beast, causing significant damage.
• Ba Lin and his group discover a place with Ultimate Soul Crystals, but they had to leave earlier due to a swarm of Soul Beasts.
• They find three Ultimate Soul Crystals: light-attributed, wood-attributed, and wind-attributed.
• Wu Sheng chooses the light-attributed Ultimate Soul Crystal.

Character Developments

• Yang You demonstrates its power and importance in battle.
• Ba Lin shows his knowledge about Ultimate Soul Crystals and his eagerness to obtain them.
• Wu Sheng reveals his interest in the light-attributed Ultimate Soul Crystal, hinting at his future plans.

Significant Themes

• The power and importance of Source Laws and Ultimate Soul Crystals.
• The dangers and rewards of exploring the Soul Oath Land.
• The consequences of failing to contribute to the clan (Prison Clan).

Character Interactions

• Ba Lin and Wu Sheng discuss the Ultimate Soul Crystals, with Ba Lin hoping Wu Sheng doesn't want the wind-attributed one.
• Ba Lin and Wu Sheng decide to start digging for the Ultimate Soul Crystals together.
• The members of the three Universe Lord families discuss the capture of a traitor, with the enormous black shadow planning to possess an avatar to refine the traitor.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng and his party discover three Ultimate Soul Crystals (wood, wind, and light attributes) in an underground stratum, which they retrieve without conflict.
• Wu Sheng decides to stay and search for the Shadow Fiend using a method left by Master of Wine, involving a light-attribute Ultimate Soul Crystal and special potions.
• Wu Sheng successfully activates the search method, revealing an image of a mushroom-like object underground.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates restraint and wisdom by not claiming all the Ultimate Soul Crystals to avoid provoking Ba Lin and the Imperial Clan.
• Ba Lin shows approval of Wu Sheng's honesty and invites him to explore further, but Wu Sheng declines.
• Wu Sheng's determination to find the Shadow Fiend increases, showing his resolve and ambition.

Significant Themes

• Ambition vs. Restraint: Wu Sheng's desire for the Shadow Fiend clashes with his need for caution and self-control.
• Trust and Alliance: Ba Lin's invitation to Wu Sheng highlights the importance of trust and cooperation in the dangerous Light-Dark Abyss.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Ba Lin maintain a cautious but respectful relationship, with Ba Lin showing approval of Wu Sheng's honesty.
• Wu Sheng and his party work together to search for the Shadow Fiend, demonstrating unity and determination.
• Wu Sheng and Mi Feiya communicate silently, showing their understanding and trust in each other's abilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ba Lin and his group rush through a forest due to the death of Ba Lin's Soul Slave No. 1, indicating a potential emergency with their captain.
• They decide to speed up their exploration of the ruin and avoid Wu Sheng, considering him a minor threat.
• Wu Sheng, meanwhile, prepares to refine a Shadow Fiend into his Shadow Clone. He has isolated the area and is ready to begin the process.

Character Developments

• Ba Lin shows leadership and strategic thinking, prioritizing the safety of his group and the potential threats in the ruin.
• Wu Sheng demonstrates caution and thoroughness in his approach to refining the Shadow Fiend, understanding the risks involved.

Significant Themes

• The importance of communication and quick decision-making in dangerous situations (shown by Ba Lin's group).
• The careful consideration of risks and potential gains in exploration and combat (shown by Wu Sheng's approach to refining the Shadow Fiend).

Character Interactions

• Ba Lin and his group discuss their plans and express their trust in Ba Lin's leadership.
• Wu Sheng interacts with his companions (Kun Yuyan, Skyfish, Yang You, and Leo) to prepare for the Shadow Fiend refinement, showing a level of trust and reliance on them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kun Yuyan activates the Ultimate Soul Crystal, creating a black humanoid phantom around Wu Sheng.
• Shadow Fiend awakens and attempts to attack Wu Sheng, but the phantom freezes it.
• Shadow Fiend grows to nearly 3000 kilometers tall, but the phantom matches its size.
• Wu Sheng uses the "Light Domain" technique to extract the Fiend Pearl from Shadow Fiend.
• Wu Sheng's humanoid phantom enters the Fiend Pearl, taking control of Shadow Fiend's life core.
• Wu Sheng plans to fuse the Fiend Pearl with his Inner World to create a "Shadow Clone."

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his power and strategy, successfully controlling Shadow Fiend.
• Kun Yuyan shows loyalty and skill in assisting Wu Sheng.
• Shadow Fiend displays its immense size and strength but ultimately falls to Wu Sheng's plan.

Significant Themes

• Power and strategy: Wu Sheng's victory relies on his strategic use of power and the Ultimate Soul Crystal's capabilities.
• Size and strength: Shadow Fiend's immense size initially seems intimidating, but it's ultimately no match for Wu Sheng's strategy.
• Control and possession: Wu Sheng takes control of Shadow Fiend's life core, demonstrating his ability to dominate powerful entities.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Kun Yuyan work together to control Shadow Fiend, showcasing their teamwork and trust.
• Wu Sheng's interaction with Shadow Fiend highlights his dominance and strategic thinking.
• Leo and Mi Feiya observe the scene, commenting on Shadow Fiend's size and the potential consequences of its actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng sends Shadow Fiend back into its body, shrinking it to ten meters.
• Wu Sheng instructs Skyfish to maintain the Sky Realm and repair the damaged ground.
• Wu Sheng begins the second stage of refining Shadow Fiend in his Inner World.
• Shadow Fiend's immense size causes Wu Sheng's Inner World to tremble and expand.
• Wu Sheng fuses Shadow Fiend's Fiend Light with his Primal Force wind pillar, initiating a transformation of his Inner World.
• Wu Sheng feeds Shadow Fiend Cosmic Crystals to support the transformation, with Shadow Fiend Devouring them at an astonishing rate.
• Wu Sheng's Inner World expands to a diameter of 28,000 li (approximately 14,000 kilometers).

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his ability to control and refine powerful entities like Shadow Fiend, expanding his Inner World in the process.
• Shadow Fiend shows its incredible Devouring speed and efficiency, stabilizing Wu Sheng's Inner World and empowering it.

Significant Themes

• The power and potential of Special Lifeforms like Shadow Fiend.
• The importance of Cosmic Crystals for fueling growth and transformation.
• The limitations of Shadow Fiend's growth and the need for Wu Sheng to become a Realm Lord.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with Skyfish, giving instructions on maintaining the Sky Realm and repairing the ground.
• Wu Sheng communicates with Shadow Fiend, controlling its actions and fusing its Fiend Light with his Primal Force wind pillar.
• Wu Sheng feeds Shadow Fiend Cosmic Crystals, supporting its Devouring and the transformation of his Inner World.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng, Leo, Kun Yuyan, and Mi Feiya are waiting for Wu Sheng's emergence from cultivation, which has lasted nearly forty years.
• Wu Sheng finally emerges, having reached the eighth order of the Cosmic Level. He has mastered the Innate Secret Art "Shadow" of the Shadow Fiend.
• Wu Sheng discovers the limitations of his Shadow Clone, which is inferior to the Dark Clone of the Beast God of Light.
• Wu Sheng considers creating new Clones using the Time-Space Shop's "Soul Assimilation" upgrade, including turning Skyfish into a Clone to aid in comprehending the Water Source Law and Space Source Law.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng has significantly improved his strength to the eighth order of the Cosmic Level but feels he has been "scammed" by the limitations of his Shadow Clone.
• Leo, Kun Yuyan, and Mi Feiya have all reached the Ninth Order Cosmic Level but are anxious about Wu Sheng's prolonged absence and their own progress.
• Mi Feiya expresses frustration about her slow progress and reluctance to undergo Body Possession.

Significant Themes

• Patience and Persistence: Wu Sheng's long cultivation period highlights the need for patience and persistence in improving one's strength.
• Limits and Adaptation: Wu Sheng's discovery of the Shadow Clone's limitations emphasizes the importance of adapting to and accepting one's constraints.
• Growth and Ambition: The characters' discussions about their progress and future plans underscore their desire for growth and ambition.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng shares his newfound knowledge about the Shadow Clone with Leo, Kun Yuyan, and Mi Feiya.
• Leo, Kun Yuyan, and Mi Feiya discuss their concerns about Wu Sheng's prolonged absence and their own progress.
• Wu Sheng considers turning Skyfish into a Clone, indicating his trust in and recognition of Skyfish's potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng, now in possession of Skyfish, fears Wu Sheng might possess him, but Wu Sheng only wants to test his new methods.
• Wu Sheng transforms into a Fire Lizard Beast using the Demon Ape Transformation, then has his Shadow Clone possess the transformed body to conceal his aura.
• Wu Sheng decides to leave the Soul Oath Land and return to report to He Gan and the others, but not before buying High-Grade Soul Crystals at an auction.
• Wu Sheng encounters a turtle-like soul beast, the Iceberg Beast, which is then enveloped by a green mist.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng has become more confident and willing to test his new methods.
• Skyfish shows fear and concern for his safety under Wu Sheng's gaze.
• The group (Mi Feiya, Leo, Kun Yuyan, and Skyfish) has reached the Ninth Order of the Cosmic Level in just seventy years, thanks to the High-Grade Soul Crystals Wu Sheng provided.

Significant Themes

• The power of Soul Crystals and their importance in cultivation.
• The dangers and precautions of Body Possession and Soul Slavery.
• The convenience and limitations of energy lifeforms versus flesh-and-blood lifeforms.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with his group, showing care and concern for their cultivation progress.
• Wu Sheng reassures Skyfish, refusing his offer to accompany him.
• Wu Sheng encounters the Iceberg Beast, but no interaction occurs as the beast is enveloped by a green mist before they can engage.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Li Long, possessing an Iceberg Beast, is cornered by the Ba Lion Family, who mistake him for the real Iceberg Beast.
• Wu Sheng, in the form of a Fire Lizard Beast, reunites with Li Long in the green barrier created by Wind Miasma.
• Two imperial clan members, Ba Lang and another, enter the barrier to capture Li Long and kill Wu Sheng.

Character Developments

• Li Long: Trapped and misunderstood, he tries to explain his innocence but faces disbelief.
• Wu Sheng: Recognizes Li Long and feels nostalgic but remains cautious.
• Ba Lang: Arrogant and dismissive of Li Long's abilities, he underestimates his opponent.

Significant Themes

• Misunderstandings and mistaken identities leading to conflict.
• The power dynamics and politics among Universe Master families.
• The dangers and challenges faced by soul beasts in Soul Oath Land.

Character Interactions

• Li Long and Wu Sheng: Old acquaintances reunited under tense circumstances.
• Ba Lang and Li Long: Arrogant pursuer versus misunderstood prey.
• Ba Lang and other imperial clan members: Showing a mix of respect and familiarity.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng uses his trump card, Evil-Breaking, to ignore the Ba Lion Family members' soul defenses and kill them instantly.
• He faces a Domain Lord Ninth Order auxiliary energy lifeform's attack but remains unharmed due to his possession by a Shadow Clone and the presence of an authentic Shadow Fiend clone in his Inner World.
• Wu Sheng orders Luo Sanpao, a powerful artillery lifeform, to attack.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his cunning and strategic thinking in choosing to strike first against the Ba Lion Family.
• He reveals his powerful trump card, Evil-Breaking, which allows him to ignore soul defenses.
• Wu Sheng's possession by a Shadow Clone and the presence of a Shadow Fiend clone in his Inner World show his resourcefulness and adaptability in battle.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategy and planning in battle.
• The importance of adaptability and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
• The role of trump cards and hidden strengths in turning the tide of battle.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng faces off against the Ba Lion Family, demonstrating his ability to outmaneuver and outfight his opponents.
• He interacts with Li Long, who is impressed by Wu Sheng's physical defense and adaptability.
• Wu Sheng orders Luo Sanpao to attack, showing his command over powerful lifeforms.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng summons Yang You, a two-meter-long lifeform, to defend against the Ba Lion Family's Imperial Clan members.
• Yang You uses its Innate Secret Art, "Cosmic Light," to attack the Imperial Clan members, causing significant damage.
• Wu Sheng and Li Long escape through a hole created by Yang You's attack in the protective barrier.
• The Ba Lion Family's captain decides not to pursue them due to the powerful attack and orders an investigation into the Fire Lizard Beast's identity.
• Wu Sheng offers to help Li Long remove the energy lock placed on him by the Ba Lion Family.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his power and resourcefulness by using Yang You to escape a dangerous situation.
• Li Long reveals his current predicament, being hunted by the Ba Lion Family due to the Iceberg Beast he possesses.

Significant Themes

• Power and strength: Wu Sheng's powerful lifeform, Yang You, allows him to overcome a challenging situation.
• Resourcefulness and adaptability: Wu Sheng uses his knowledge and quick thinking to escape the Ba Lion Family's pursuit.
• Consequences of actions: Li Long's decision to take possession of the Iceberg Beast has led to him being hunted by the Ba Lion Family.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Li Long reunite after more than seventy years, with Wu Sheng now surpassing Li Long in strength.
• Wu Sheng offers to help Li Long remove the energy lock, showing compassion and willingness to aid an acquaintance in need.
• The Ba Lion Family's Imperial Clan members interact with their captain, Bastor, discussing their next course of action after the failed capture of the Iceberg Beast.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng considers keeping Li Long as a servant but decides against it due to full Mind Control slots and the cost of using an ordinary Soul Slavery technique on an immature Iceberg Beast.
• Li Long offers Wu Sheng a fragment of a mysterious treasure to repay him for saving his life. The fragment is irregularly shaped, with secret patterns engraved on one side.
• Wu Sheng accepts the fragment, and Li Long swears an oath not to reveal what happened today using an Oath Soul Crystal.
• After recovering from his injuries, Li Long and Wu Sheng part ways, with Li Long transforming into an Iceberg Beast and leaving.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng: Shows reluctance in accepting Li Long's treasure, indicating his desire for more powerful treasures and his strategic thinking in accepting the fragment despite not knowing its full value.
• Li Long: Demonstrates resourcefulness and adaptability in using the Transformation Technique to escape from dangerous situations and accepting Wu Sheng's offer to keep his life.

Significant Themes

• The value of treasures and their potential power, as seen in Wu Sheng's reaction to the fragment and Li Long's willingness to part with it.
• The importance of oaths and their consequences, as shown in Li Long's decision to take an oath not to reveal what happened today.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng and Li Long: Their interaction is driven by mutual benefit, with Wu Sheng helping Li Long in exchange for the mysterious fragment and Li Long accepting Wu Sheng's offer to keep his life and take an oath.
• Wu Sheng's internal monologue: Wu Sheng's thoughts reveal his strategic thinking, desire for power, and envy of Li Long's Innate Secret Art.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng inventories his wealth and resources within his World Ring.
• He recalls his past expenses and acquisitions, including the expansion of his Inner World and the recent battle with the Ba Lion Family members.
• He discovers that the millstone-sized treasure fragment from the Time-Space Shop has no immediate effect when absorbed.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his analytical and strategic thinking by calmly assessing his financial situation and past decisions.
• He shows no remorse for killing the Ba Lion Family members, indicating his growing ruthlessness and determination.
• Master of Wine's virtual consciousness altar reacts to the absorbed fragment, suggesting an upcoming development.

Significant Themes

• The importance of wealth and resources in cultivation and progression.
• The ruthlessness and determination required for survival and growth in a dangerous world.
• The unpredictability of powerful artifacts and their effects.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with his Shadow Clone within the World Ring, reflecting on past events and decisions.
• He communicates silently with Skyfish, using its Innate Secret Art to isolate a small space for his activities.
• There is no direct interaction with other characters in this chapter, but Wu Sheng's thoughts and actions are influenced by his past encounters with Yang You, You Kai, Ba Lin, and the Ba Lion Family members.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng successfully controls Shadow Fiend, who becomes one of his clones.
• Master of Wine's virtual consciousness appears and provides guidance to Wu Sheng.
• Wu Sheng expresses his concern about the consequences of killing too many people in the Prison Clan.
• Master of Wine suggests using an Innate Secret Art Clone to take the fall, but Wu Sheng is worried about soul exposure.
• Master of Wine reveals a secret art called Drunken Dream that can hide Wu Sheng's soul aura, giving him a potential escape plan.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng gains a powerful ally in Shadow Fiend and receives guidance from Master of Wine.
• Master of Wine demonstrates his wisdom and experience, offering valuable advice and revealing his unique background as an Apothecary.

Significant Themes

• The importance of mentors and guidance in cultivation.
• The dangers and consequences of breaking rules and norms.
• The power of secrets and hidden abilities.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with Master of Wine's virtual consciousness, seeking guidance and advice.
• Wu Sheng and Master of Wine discuss potential solutions to Wu Sheng's problem, leading to the revelation of the Drunken Dream secret art.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng learns two potion secret arts, Drunken Dream and Transcend Passion, from Master of Wine.
• Wu Sheng attempts to gather materials for these potions in Ba Lion City, but struggles due to their rarity and the restrictions of Soul Oath Land.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng shows determination and resourcefulness in his pursuit of potion-making.
• Master of Wine demonstrates his expertise and generosity in teaching Wu Sheng powerful secret arts.

Significant Themes

• The power and versatility of potions in battle.
• The challenges and limitations of gathering rare materials in Soul Oath Land.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with various shopkeepers and staff in Ba Lion City, highlighting the difficulties in acquiring rare materials.
• Wu Sheng's conversation with a staff member from the Fish Dragon Family shop reveals the limitations of gathering materials within Soul Oath Land.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng, disguised, visits the Weeping Tower Family's shop seeking three materials: Water Sound Crystal, Dream-Severing Stone, and Frost Marrow Flower.
• The Weeping Tower Family can provide only the first two materials, not having Frost Marrow Flower.
• The diamond-crystal man from the Weeping Tower Family reveals that a highness of the Prison Clan Ancestral Mountain, Withered Glory (a Snow Vine), possesses Frost Marrow Flower.
• Wu Sheng is tasked with using his illusionist skills to interrogate a traitor for the Weeping Tower Family in exchange for Frost Marrow Flower's location.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng's identity as an illusionist is confirmed, and he demonstrates his powerful Soul Illusion technique.
• The diamond-crystal man from the Weeping Tower Family shows trust in Wu Sheng's abilities and shares information about the Snow Vine, Withered Glory.

Significant Themes

• The importance of rare materials for refining medicines and enhancing power.
• The power dynamics between different factions within the Prison Clan, with the Ancestral Mountain holding significant influence.
• The value of illusionist skills and their application in interrogation and information gathering.

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with the diamond-crystal man from the Weeping Tower Family, negotiating for the location of Frost Marrow Flower.
• The diamond-crystal man assesses Wu Sheng's illusionist skills and decides to trust him with the task of interrogating the traitor.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Wu Sheng learns about various clone secret arts from the Time-Space Shop.
• He categorizes them into three types: energy-based, Inner World-nurtured, and special/rare methods.
• Wu Sheng agrees to help Highness Withered Glory find the Frost Marrow Flower in exchange for a meeting with him and some Cosmic Crystals.
• Highness Withered Glory, a Snow Vine, is furious after being mocked by other Highnesses and vents his anger within his palace.

Character Developments

• Wu Sheng demonstrates his knowledge of various clone secret arts and his strategic thinking in agreeing to help Highness Withered Glory.
• Highness Withered Glory shows his temper and power, revealing his true body as a Snow Vine.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of power and immortality through clone secret arts.
• The consequences of underestimating or disrespecting powerful beings (Highness Withered Glory's anger).

Character Interactions

• Wu Sheng interacts with a Crystal Clan member, negotiating for Cosmic Crystals.
• Highness Withered Glory interacts with his surroundings, venting his anger after being mocked by other Highnesses.